1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,066 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Beijing | Citroen |
| Model | BJ 212 | DS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3140 mm |
